1988 Audi V8 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1988 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
